As I recall, the only pain in the is their convoluted product registration process, and customer service requires a speaker phone and a Netflix movie to watch. They supposedly have Ego Powerload String a call-back option, but that never works. Once I got through, though, the issue was resolved. The charger has small red and green lights that tell the battery’s condition.
Then press the POWERLOAD button and watch it wind into the head. It winds slowly enough so that there is little chance of the string disappearing completely into the head requiring you to start over. Loading string is now something I look forward to instead of dreading.
When charging, the green light will blink until the battery is fully charged and the light becomes a solid green. The charger has an internal fan to keep from getting too warm while charging. On the clock, Kenny dives deep to discover the practical limits and comparative differences for all kinds of tools. Prices, promotions, styles, and availability may vary. Prices and availability of products and services are subject to change without notice. Own an Ace Store Your ultimate power tool for business success.
The shaft for the end part comes out of a coupler. In the case of this system since the motor is on the end of the trimmer head – that sort of negates the attachment idea. Otherwise Ego Powerload String you would put motors in each attachment. No more mixing gas and oil but still having the power. It’s a good company that has well designed tools and great warranties.
Overall, the Ryobi’s performance on a full charge was in the middle of the pack—just over half of what the Egos accomplished on a full charge. And in patches of really thick, tall grass, the Ryobi trimmer head occasionally got wound up in the grass or just pushed it over instead of cutting it. And the Ryobi couldn’t sever the Japanese knotweed stalks as efficiently as the Egos.
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